Mabe Canada Inc.
1-800-561-3344
Over The Range Microwave Oven
Owner’s Manual
1000 Watts
Models: JVM1630
JVM1635
JVM1620
JVM1625
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Helpful Information
Microwave Terms 27
Care and Cleaning 28
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If Something Goes Wrong
Before You Call For Service 33
GE Microvawe Oven Warranty 35
Mabe Service Numbers Back Cover
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Important Safety Information
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure
to Excessive Microwave Energy 2
Special Notes About Microwaving 6
Operating Instructions
Features of Your Microwave 11
The Controls on Your Microwave 12
Time Features 15
Quick Touch Features 21
Auto Feature 23
Other Features 24
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL SAFETY
INFORMATION BEFORE USING
FOR YOUR
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS TO
AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE
ENERGY
Do Not Attempt
to operate this oven
with the door open
since open-door
operation can result in
harmful exposure to
microwave energy. It is
important not to defeat
or tamper with the
safety interlocks.
Do Not Place
any object
between the oven front
face and the door or
allow soil or cleaner
residue to accumulate
on sealing surfaces.
Do Not Operate
the oven
if it is damaged. It is
particularly important
that the oven door close
properly and that there
is no damage to the:
1
door (bent),
2
hinges and latches
(broken or loosened),
3
door seals and sealing
surfaces.
The Oven Should Not
be adjusted or repaired
by anyone except
properly qualified
service personnel.
For your safety the information
in this manual must be
followed to minimize the risk of
fire or explosion or to prevent
property damage, personal
injury or loss of life.
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We’re proud of our quality
products and we believe in
dependable service.
You’ll see it in this easy-touse manual and you’ll hear
it in the friendly voices of
our consumer service
department.
Best of all, you’ll
experience these values
each time you use your
microwave. That’s
important, because your
new microwave will be part
of your family for a long
time.
Welcome
Write down the model
and serial numbers here.
They are on a label inside
the oven.
Model number
Serial number
Date of purchase
Staple your receipt to the
inside back cover of this
manual. You will need it
to obtain service under
warranty.
Help us
help you
Before you call for service,
there are a few things you
can do to help us serve you
better.
Read this manual.
It contains instructions to
help you use and maintain
your microwave properly.
If you received a damaged
oven…
immediately contact
the dealer (or builder)
that sold you the oven.
Save time and money.
Check the section titled
“If Something Goes
Wrong” before calling.
This section helps you
solve common problems
that might occur.
If you do need service, you
can relax knowing help is
only a phone call away.
A list of toll-free customer
service numbers is
included in the back of
this manual.
Need Help?
Start Here!…Before using your Microwave
To reduce the risk of fire, burns, electric shock, injury to persons or exposure to excessive
microwave energy when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the
following sections.
WARNING
1. Read all instructions before using the
appliance
2. Read and follow the specific
“Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure
to Excessive Microwave Energy”
found
on page 4.
3. As most cooking appliances, close
supervision is necessary to reduce the
risk of a fire in the oven cavity.
4. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven
cavity:
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL SAFETY
INFORMATION BEFORE USING
This microwave oven is cUL listed for installation over electric and gas ranges.
This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this
oven with the door open since this
operation can result in harmful
exposure to microwave energy. It
is important not to defeat or
tamper with the safety interlocks.
(b) Do not place any object between
the oven front face and the door
or allow soil or cleaner residue to
accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is
damaged. It is particularly
important that the oven door close
properly and that there is no
damage to the:
(1) DOOR (bent),
(2) HINGES AND LATCHES
(broken or loosened),
(3) DOOR SEALS AND SEALING
SURFACE.
(d) The oven should not be adjusted
or repaired by anyone except
properly qualified service
personnel.
i) Do not overcook food. Carefully
attend appliance if paper, plastic
or other combustible materials are
placed inside the oven while
cooking.
ii) Remove wire twist-ties and metal
handles from paper or plastic
con-tainers/bags before placing
them in the oven.
iii) If materials inside the oven ignite,
keep the oven door closed. Turn
the oven off and unplug the
appliance. Disconnect the power
cord, shut off power at the fuse or
circuit breaker panel.
iv) Do not use the oven for storage
purposes. Do not leave paper
products, cooking utensils or food
in the oven when not in use.
5. This oven must be grounded. Connect
only to properly grounded outlet.
See
“Grounding Instructions“
found on
page 10.
6. Install or locate this oven only in
accordance with the provided
installation instructions provided.
7. Some products such as whole eggs and
sealed containers - for example. closed
glass jars - are able to explode and
should not be heated in this oven.
8. Use this appliance only for its
intended use as described in this
manual. Do not use corrosive
chemicals or vapors in this appliance.
This microwave oven is specifically
designed to heat, dry or cook food,
and is not intended for industrial or
laboratory use.
9. As with any appliance, close
supervision is necessary when used by
children.
10. Do not operate this oven if it has a
damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, or if it has been
damaged or dropped.
11. This appliance should be serviced only
by qualified service technicians.
Contact the nearest authorized service
facility for examination, repair or
adjustment.
12. Do not cover or block any openings
on the oven.
13. Do not store this appliance outdoors.
14. Do not use this oven near water – for
example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet
basement, near a swimming pool, or
similar locations.
15. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
16. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
17. Do not let cord hang over edge of
table counter.
18. When cleaning surfaces of door and
oven that comes together on closing
the door, use only mild, non abrasive
soaps or detergents applied with a
sponge or cloth.
19. Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea
are able to be overheated beyond the
boiling point without appearing to be
boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling
when the container is removed from
the microwave oven is not always
present. THIS COULD RESULT IN
VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY
BOILING OVER WHEN THE
CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A
SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS
INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
i) Do not overheat the liquid.
ii) Stir the liquid both before and
halfway through heating it.
iii) Do not use straight-sided
containers with narrow necks.
iv) After heating, allow the container
to stand in the microwave oven for
a short time before removing the
container.
v) Use extreme care when inserting a
spoon or other utensil into the
container.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING
Arcing is the microwave
term for sparks in the
oven. Arcing is caused by:
• Metal or foil touching
the side of the oven.
• Foil not molded to food
(upturned edges act like
antennas).
• Metal, such as twist-ties,
poultry pins, or goldrimmed dishes, in the
microwave.
• Recycled paper towels
containing small metal
pieces being used in the
microwave.
ARCING
• Do not pop popcorn in
your microwave oven
unless in a special
microwave popcorn
accessory dish or unless
you use popcorn labeled
for use in microwave
ovens.
• Some products such as
whole eggs and sealed
containers – for example,
closed jars – are able to
explode and should not
be heated in this
microwave oven. Heating
these products in the
microwave oven could
result in injury.
• Do not boil eggs in a
microwave oven. Pressure
will build up inside egg
yolk and will cause it to
burst, possibly resulting
in injury.
• Operating the microwave
with no food inside for
more than a minute or
two may cause damage to
the oven and could start
a fire. It increases the
heat around the
magnetron and can
shorten the life of the
oven.
• Foods with unbroken
outer “skin” such as
potatoes, hot dogs,
sausages, tomatoes,
apples, chicken livers and
other giblets, and egg
yolks should be pierced
to allow steam to escape
during cooking.
FOODS
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If you see arcing, press
the CLEAR/OFFpad and
correct the problem.
• Avoid heating baby food
in glass jars, even with
the lid off. Make sure all
infant food is thoroughly
cooked. Stir food to
distribute the heat
evenly. Be careful to
prevent scalding when
warming formula or
breast milk. The container
may feel cooler than the
milk really is. Always test
the milk before feeding
the baby.
• Spontaneous boiling –
Under certain special
circumstances, liquids
may start to boil during
or shortly after removal
from the microwave
oven. To prevent burns
from splashing liquid, we
recommend the
following: before
removing the container
from the oven, allow the
container to stand in the
oven for 30 to 40 seconds
after the oven has shut
off. Do not boil liquids in
narrownecked containers
such as soft drink bottles,
wine flasks and especially
narrow-necked coffee
cups. Even if the
container is opened,
excessive steam can build
up and cause it to burst
or overflow.
• Don’t defrost frozen
beverages in narrownecked bottles (especially
carbonated beverages).
Even if the container is
opened, pressure can
build up. This can cause
the container to burst,
possibly resulting in
injury.
• Hot foods and steam can
cause burns. Be careful
when opening any
containers of hot food,
including popcorn bags,
cooking pouches and
boxes. To prevent
possible injury, direct
steam away from hands
and face.
• Do not overcook
potatoes. They could
dehydrate and catch fire,
causing damage to your
oven.
• Cook meat and poultry
thoroughly – meat to at
least an INTERNAL
temperature of 160°F
(71° C) and poultry to at
least an INTERNAL
temperature of 180°F
(82° C). Cooking to these
temperatures usually
protects against
foodborne illness.
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SAFETY FACT
SUPERHEATED WATER
Liquids, such as water,
coffee or tea, are able to be
overheated beyond the
boiling point without
appearing to be boiling.
Visible bubbling or boiling
when the container is
removed from the
microwave oven is not
always present. THIS
COULD RESULT IN VERY
HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY
BOILING OVER WHEN THE
CONTAINER IS DISTURBED
OR A SPOON OR OTHER
UTENSIL IS INSERTED
INTO THE LIQUID.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING
Make sure all cookware
used in your microwave
oven is suitable for
microwaving. Most glass
casseroles, cooking dishes,
measuring cups, custard
cups, pottery or china
dinnerware which does not
have metallic trim or glaze
with a metallic sheen can
be used. Some cookware is
labeled “suitable for
microwaving.”
• If you are not sure if a
dish is microwave-safe,
use this test: Place in the
oven both the dish you
are testing and a glass
measuring cup filled with
1 cup of water – set the
measuring cup either in
or next to the dish.
Microwave 1 minute at
high. If the dish heats, it
should not be used for
microwaving.
If the dish remains cool
and only the water in the
cup heats, then the dish
is microwave-safe.
• If you use a meat
thermometer while
cooking, make sure it is
safe for use in microwave
ovens.
• Do not use recycled
paper products. Recycled
paper towels, napkins
and waxed paper can
contain metal flecks
which may cause arcing
or ignite. Paper products
containing nylon or
nylon filaments should
be avoided, as they may
also ignite.
• Some styrofoam trays
(like those that meat is
packaged on) have a thin
strip of metal embedded
in the bottom. When
microwaved, the metal
can burn the floor of the
oven or ignite a paper
towel.
• Do not use the
microwave to dry
newspapers.
• Not all plastic wrap is
suitable for use in microwave ovens. Check the
package for proper use.
• Paper towels, waxed
paper and plastic wrap
can be used to cover
dishes in order to retain
moisture and prevent
spattering. Be sure to
vent plastic wrap so steam
can escape.
• Cookware may become
hot because of heat
transferred from the
heated food. Pot holders
may be needed to handle
the cookware.
• “Boilable” cooking
pouches and tightly
closed plastic bags should
be slit, pierced or vented
as directed by package. If
they are not, plastic could
burst during or
immediately after
cooking, possibly
resulting in injury. Also,
plastic storage containers
should be at least
partially uncovered
because they form a tight
seal. When cooking with
containers tightly covered
with plastic wrap, remove
covering carefully and
direct steam away from
hands and face.
MICROWAVESAFE
COOKWARE
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How to test for a
microwave-safe dish.
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• Use foil only as directed
in this manual. TV
dinners may be
microwaved in foil trays
less than 3/4” (1.9 cm)
high; remove the top foil
cover and return the tray
to the box. When using
foil in the microwave
oven, keep the foil at
least 1” (2.5 cm) away
from the sides of the
oven.
• Plastic cookware – Plastic
cookware designed for
microwave cooking is
very useful, but should be
used carefully. Even
microwave-safe plastic
may not be as tolerant of
overcooking conditions
as are glass or ceramic
materials and may soften
or char if subjected to
short periods of
overcooking. In longer
exposures to overcooking, the food and
cookware could ignite.
Follow these guidelines:
1
Use microwave-safe
plastics only and use
them in strict
compliance with the
cookware manufacturer’s
recommendations.
2
Do not microwave empty
containers.
3
Do not permit children
to use plastic cookware
without complete
supervision.
Take care to prevent the
starting and spreading of
accidental cooking fires
while the vent fan is in use.
• Clean the underside of
the microwave often. Do
not allow grease to build
up on the microwave or
the fan filters.
• In the event of a grease
fire on the surface units
below the microwave
oven, smother a flaming
pan on the surface unit
by covering the pan
completely with a lid, a
cookie sheet or a flat tray.
• Use care when cleaning
the vent fan filters.
Corrosive cleaning
agents, such as lye-based
oven cleaners, may
damage the filters.
• When preparing flaming
foods under the
microwave, turn the fan
on.
• Never leave surface units
beneath your microwave
oven unattended at high
heat settings. Boilovers
cause smoking and greasy
spillovers that may ignite
and spread if the
microwave vent fan is
operating. To minimize
automatic fan operation,
use adequate sized
cookware and use high
heat on surface units only
when necessary.
THE VENT FAN
1. Operation of the
microwave oven may
cause interference to
your radio, TV or similar
equipment.
2. When there is
interference, it may be
reduced or eliminated
by taking the following
measures:
1) Clean door and
sealing surface of the
oven.
2) Reorient the
receiving antenna of
radio or television.
3) Relocate the
microwave oven with
respect to the
receiver.
4) Move the microwave
oven away from the
receiver.
5) Plug the microwave
oven into a different
outlet so that
microwave oven and
receiver are on
different branch
circuits.
RADIO INTERFERENCE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS/OPTIONAL KITS
WARNING
Improper use of the
grounding plug can result in
a risk of electric shock.
This appliance must be
grounded. In the event of
an electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk
of electric shock by
providing an escape wire
for the electric current.
This appliance is equipped
with a power cord having a
grounding wire with a
grounding plug. The plug
must be plugged into an
outlet that is properly
installed and grounded.
Consult a qualified
electrician or service
technician if the
grounding instructions are
not completely
understood, or if doubt
exists as to whether the
appliance is properly
grounded.
If the outlet is a standard
2-prong wall outlet, it is
your personal
responsibility and
obligation to have it
replaced with a properly
grounded 3-prong wall
outlet.
Do not under any
circumstances cut or
remove the third (ground)
prong from the power
cord.
Do not use an adapter
plug with this appliance.
Do not use an extension
cord with this appliance. If
the power cord is too
short, have a qualified
electrician or service
technician install an outlet
near the appliance.
For best operation, plug
this appliance into its own
electrical outlet to prevent
flickering of lights, blowing
of fuse or tripping of
circuit breaker.
GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS
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Ensure proper ground
exists before use.
Operating Instructions
Features of Your Microwave
(Throughout this manual, features and appearance
may vary from your model.)
1 Door Handle.
Pull to
open the door. The
door must be securely
latched for the
microwave to operate.
2 Door Latches.
3 Window with Metal
Shield.
Screen allows
cooking to be viewed
while keeping
microwaves confined in
the oven.
4 Touch Control Panel.
You must set the clock
before using the
microwave.
5 Cooktop Lights.
6 Grease Filters.
7 Removable Turntable.
Turntable and support
must be in place when
using the oven. The
turntable may be
removed for cleaning.
NOTE:
Rating plate, oven
vent(s) and oven light are
located on the inside walls
of the microwave oven.
Features
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6
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1000 Watts
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2
4
5
Time Features
Time Cooking
Press Enter
TIME COOK (Press once or twice) Amount of cooking time.
DEFROST AUTO/TIME (Press once or twice) Amount of defrosting weight or time.
EXPRESS COOK Starts immediately!
POWER LEVEL Power level 1–10.
ADD 30 SEC Starts immediately!
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Quick Start
The Controls on Your Microwave Oven
(Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.)
1
You can
microwave by
time or with the
convenience
features.
Quick Touch Features
Press Enter Start
POPCORN Press START.
Press once 1 (1.75 oz./50 g)
Press twice 2 (3.0 oz./85 g)
Press 3 times 3 (3.5 oz./100 g)
BAKED POTATO Press START.
Press once 1 (7.1 oz./201 g)
Press twice 2 (14.2 oz./402 g)
Press 3 times 3 (21.3 oz./604 g)
BEVERAGE Press START.
Press once 1
Press twice 2
Press 3 times 3
REHEAT Press START.
Press once 1 (8 oz./227 g)
Press twice 2 (16 oz./454 g)
Press 3 times 3 (24 oz./681 g)
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Table A
Operating Instructions
Variable power levels add
microwave flexibility to
microwave cooking. The
power levels on the
microwave oven can be
compared to the surface
units on a range.
High (power level 10) or
full power is the fastest way
to cook. Each power level
gives you microwave
energy a certain percent of
the time. Power level 7 is
microwave energy 70% of
the time. Power level 3 is
energy 30% of the time.
A high setting (10) will
cook faster but food may
need more frequent
stirring, rotating or turning
over. Most cooking will be
done on High (power 10).
A lower setting will cook
more evenly and need less
stirring or rotating of the
food.
Some foods may have
better flavor, texture or
appearance if one of the
lower settings is used. Use
a lower power level when
cooking foods that have a
tendency to boil over, such
as scalloped potatoes.
Rest periods (when the
microwave energy cycles
off) give time for the food
to “equalize” or transfer
heat to the inside of the
food.An example of this is
shown with power level 3 –
the defrost cycle. If microwave energy did not cycle
off, the outside of the food
would cook before the
inside was defrosted.
Here are some examples
of uses for various power
levels:
Changing Power
Levels
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How to Change the
Power Level
The power level may be
entered or changed
immediately after
entering the feature
time for TIME COOK.
The power level may
also be changed during
time countdown.
1 Press TIME COOK.
2 Enter cooking time.
3 Press POWER LEVEL.
4 Select desired power
level 1–10.
5 Press START.
Power Level Best Uses
High 10
Fish, bacon,
vegetables,
boiling liquids.
Med-High 7
Gentle cooking
of meat and
poultry; baking
casseroles and
reheating.
Medium 5
Slow cooking
and tenderizing
such as stews
and less tender
cuts of meat.
Low 3
Defrosting
without cooking;
simmering;
delicate sauces.
Warm 1
Keeping food
warm without
overcooking;
softening butter.
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Time Features
Time Cook I
Allows you to
microwave for any
time up to 99 minutes
and 99 seconds.
Power 10 (High) is
automatically set, but you
may change it for more
flexibility.
You may open the door
during Time Cook to
check the food. Close the
door and press START to
resume cooking.
Time Cook II
Lets you change power
levels automatically during
cooking. Here’s how to
do it:
1
Press TIME COOK.
2
Enter the first cook time.
3
Change the power level
if you don’t want full
power. (Press POWER
LEVEL. Select a desired
power level 1–10.)
4
Press TIME COOK.
5
Enter the second cook
time.
6
Change the power level
if you don’t want full
power. (Press POWER
LEVEL. Select a desired
power level 1–10.)
7
Press START.
At the end of Time Cook I,
Time Cook II counts down.
Time Cook
1 Press TIME COOK.
2 Enter cooking time.
3 Change power level
if you don’t want full
power. (Press POWER
LEVEL. Select a desired
power level 1–10.)
4 Press START.
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Operating Instructions
Cooking Guide for Time Cook I
&
II
NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted.
Vegetable Amount Time Comments
Asparagus
(fresh spears) 1 lb. (454 g) 6 to 9 min., In 1½-qt. (1.5 L) glass baking dish,
Med-High (7) place ¼ cup (60 mL) water.
(frozen spears) 10-oz (283 g) package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole.
Beans
(fresh green) 1 lb. (454 g) cut in half 9 to 10 min. In 1½-qt. (1.5 L) casserole, place
¼ cup (120 mL) water.
(frozen green) 10-oz (283 g) package 6 to 8 min. In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole, place
2 tablespoons (30 mL) water.
(frozen lima) 10-oz (283 g) package 6 to 8 min. In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole, place ¼ cup
(60 mL) water.
Beets
(fresh, whole) 1 bunch 17 to 21 min. In 2-qt. (2 L) casserole, place ½ cup
(120 mL) water.
Broccoli
(fresh cut) 1 bunch 7 to 10 min. In 2-qt. (2 L) casserole, place ½ cup
1¼ to 1½ lbs. (570 to 680 g) (120 mL) water.
(fresh spears) 1 bunch 9 to 13 min. In 2-qt. (2 l) glass baking dish, place
1¼to 1½ lbs. (570 to 680 g) ¼ cup (60 mL) water.
(frozen, chopped) 10-oz (283 g) package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. (1L) casserole.
(frozen spears) 10-oz (283 g) package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole, place
3 tablespoons (45 mL) water.
Cabbage
(fresh) 1 medium head 8 to 11 min. In 1½- or 2-qt. (1.5 or 2 L) casserole,
about 2 lbs. (900 g) place ¼ cup (60 mL) water.
(wedges) 7 to 10 min. In 2- or 3-qt. (2 or 3 L) casserole,
place ¼ cup (60 mL) water.
Carrots
(fresh, sliced) 1 lb. (454 g) 7 to 9 min. In 1½-qt. (1.5 L) casserole, place
¼ cup (60 mL) water.
(frozen) 10-oz (283 g) package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole, place
2 tablespoons (30 mL) water.
Cauliflower
(flowerets) 1 medium head 9 to 14 min. In 2-qt. (2 L) casserole, place ½ cup
(120 mL) water.
(fresh, whole) 1 medium head 10 to 17 min. In 2-qt. (2 l) casserole, place ½ cup
(120 mL) water.
(frozen) 10-oz (283 g) package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole, place
2 tablespoons (30 mL) water.
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Vegetable Amount Time Comments
Corn
(frozen kernel) 10-oz (283 g) package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole, place
2 tablespoons (30 mL) water.
Corn on the cob
(fresh) 1 to 5 ears 3 to 4 min. In 2-qt. (2 L) oblong glass baking dish, place
per ear corn. If corn is in husk, use no water; if
corn has been husked, add ¼ cup (60 mL)
water. Rearrange after half of time.
(frozen) 1 ear 5 to 6 min. Place in 2-qt. (2 L) oblong glass baking dish.
2 to 6 ears 3 to 4 min. Cover with vented plastic wrap.
per ear Rearrange after half of time.
Mixed
vegetables
(frozen) 10-oz (283 g) package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole, place 3 tablespoons
(45 mL) water.
Peas
(fresh, shelled) 2 lbs. (900 g) unshelled 9 to 12 min. In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole, place ¼ cup water.
(frozen) 10-oz (283 g) package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole, place 2 tablespoons
(30 ml) water.
Potatoes
(fresh, cubed, 4 potatoes 9 to 12 min. Peel and cut into 1” (2,5 cm) cubes. Place in
white) 6 to 8 oz each 2-qt. (2 L) casserole with ½ cup (120 mL)
(170 to 227 g) water. Stir after half of time.
(fresh, whole, 1 – 6 to 8 oz 3 to 4 min. Pierce with cooking fork. Place in center of
sweet or white) (170 to 227 g) the oven. Let stand 5 minutes.
Spinach
(fresh) 10 to 16 oz 5 to 7 min. In 2-qt. (2 L) casserole, place washed
(283 to 454 g) spinach.
(frozen, 10-oz (283 g) package 5 to 7 min. In 1-qt. (1 L) casserole, place 3 tablespoons
chopped (45 mL) water.
and leaf)
Squash
(fresh, summer 1 lb. (454 g) sliced 5 to 7 min. In 1½-qt. (1.5 L) casserole, place ¼ cup
and yellow) (60 mL) water.
(winter, acorn, 1 to 2 squash 8 to 11 min. Cut in half and remove fibrous membranes.
butternut) about 1 lb. (454 g)each In 2-qt. (2 L) oblong glass baking dish, place
squash cut-side-down. Turn cut-side-up
after 4 minutes.
Operating Instructions
Time Features
Allows you to defrost for
the length of time you
select. See the Defrosting
Guide for suggested times.
Power 3 is automatically
set, but you may change
this for more flexibility.
You may defrost small
items more quickly by
raising the power level
after entering the time.
However, they will need
more frequent attention
than usual.
At one half of selected
defrosting time, the oven
signals TURN. At this time,
turn food over and break
apart or rearrange pieces
for more even defrosting.
Shield any warm areas with
small pieces of foil.
A dull thumping noise may
be heard during
defrosting. This sound is
normal when the oven is
not operating at High
power.
Defrosting Tips
• Foods frozen in paper or
plastic can be defrosted
in the package. Tightly
closed packages should
be slit, pierced or vented
AFTER food has partially
defrosted. Plastic storage
containers should be at
least partially uncovered.
• Family-size, prepackaged
frozen dinners can be
defrosted and microwaved. If the food is in a
foil container, transfer it
to a microwave-safe dish.
• Foods that spoil easily,
such as milk, eggs, fish,
stuffings, poultry and
pork, should not be
allowed to sit out for
more than one hour
after defrosting. Room
temperature promotes
the growth of harmful
bacteria.
• For more even defrosting
of large foods, such as
beef, lamb and veal
roasts, use Auto Defrost.
• Be sure large meats are
completely defrosted
before cooking.
• When defrosted, food
should be cool but
softened in all areas. If
still slightly icy, return to
the microwave very
briefly, or let it stand a
few minutes.
Time Defrost
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1 Press DEFROST
AUTO/TIME twice.
2 Enter defrosting time.
3 Press START.
4 Turn food over when
the oven signals.
5 Press START.
(Auto Defrost explained
in the section on Quick
Touch Features.)
Defrosting Guide
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Food Time Comments
Breads, Cakes
Bread, buns or rolls
(1 piece) 1 min.
Sweet rolls
approx. 12 oz (340 g) 3 to 5 min.
Fish and Seafood
Fillets, frozen
1 lb. (454 g) 6 to 8 min.
Shellfish, small pieces
1 lb. (454 g) 5 to 7 min. Place block in casserole. Turn over
and break up after half the time.
Fruit
Plastic pouch – 1 to 2
3 to 6 min.
10-oz (283 g) package
Meat
Bacon
1 lb. (454 g) 2 to 5 min. Place unopened package in oven.
Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting.
Franks
1 lb. (454 g) 2 to 5 min. Place unopened package in oven.
Microwave just until franks can be
separated. Let stand 5 minutes, if
necessary, to complete defrosting.
Ground meat
1 lb. (454 g) 5 to 7 min. Turn meat over after half the time.
Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork
12 to 16 min. Turn meat over after half the time.
per lb./454 g
Steaks, chops and cutlets
5 to 7 min. Place unwrapped meat in cooking dish.
per lb./454 g Turn over after half the time and shield
warm areas with foil. When finished,
separate pieces and let stand to
complete defrosting.
Poultry
Chicken, broiler-fryer cut up
15 to 19 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. Unwrap
2½ to 3 lbs. (1.1 to 1.4 kg) and turn over after half the time. When
finished, separate pieces and microwave
2 to 4 minutes more, if necessary.
Let stand to finish defrosting.
Chicken, whole
17 to 21 min. Place wrapped chicken in dish. After
2½ to 3 lbs. (1.1 to 1.4 kg) half the time, unwrap and turn chicken
over. Shield warm areas with foil. Finish
defrosting. If necessary, run cold water
in the cavity until giblets can be
removed.
Cornish hen
7 to 13 min. Place unwrapped hen in the oven
per lb./454 g breast-side up. Turn over after half the
time. Run cool water in the cavity until
giblets can be removed.
Turkey breast
5 to 9 min. Place unwrapped breast in dish
4 to 6 lbs. (1.8 to 2.7 kg) per lb./454 g breast-side down. After half the time,
turn over and shield warm areas with
foil. Finish defrosting. Let stand 1 to
2 hours in refrigerator to complete
defrosting.
Operating Instructions
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Time Features
Express Cook
Add 30 Seconds
This is a quick way to set
cooking time for 1 –6 minutes.
Press one of the Express
Cook pads (from 1 to 6)
for 1 to 6 minutes of
cooking at power level 10.
For example, press the
2 pad for 2 minutes of
cooking time.
You can use this feature
two ways:
• It will add 30 seconds to
the time counting down
each time the pad is
pressed.
The power level can be
changed as time is
counting down. Press
POWER LEVEL and enter
1-10.
• It can be used as a quick
way to set 30 seconds of
cooking time.
Note:
This function does
not apply to the Defrost
and Express Cook
functions.
Quick Touch Features
1
. The Beverage feature
heats 1 to 3 servings of
any beverage.
2
Press BEVERAGE. The
oven starts immediately.
The serving size is
automatically set at 1,
but but you may change
it for more flexibility
(see Table A).
3
Press START.
Drinks heated with the
Beverage feature may be
very hot. Remove the
container with care.
Beverage
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How to Use the Popcorn
Feature
1
Follow package
instructions, using Time
Cook if the package is
less than 1.75 ounces
(50 g) or larger than
3.5 ounces (100 g). Place
the package of popcorn
in the center of the
microwave.
2
Press POPCORN. The
oven starts immediately.
Tap POPCORN to select
the bag size you are
cooking.
3
Press START.
Important:
Never leave the microwave
oven unattended during
the cooking of popcorn.
Important:
Light Popcorn does not
contain as much cooking
ingredients (oil, butter,
etc) as Regular type
popcorn, so cooking
time will be substantially
reduced. When the
popping action slows
down or stops, stop the
microwave oven
immediately, otherwise
the popcorn will overcook,
burn and possibly catch
on fire.
Popcorn
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Operating Instructions
Quick Touch Features
1
The Reheat feature heats
1 to 3 servings food
(8 Oz).
2
Press REHEAT. The
serving size is
automatically set at 1,
but you may change it
for more flexibility (see
table A).
3
Press START.
Reheat
1
The Potato feature heats
1 to 3 servings of any
potato.
2
Press BAKED POTATO.
The serving size is
automatically set at 1,
but you may change it
for more flexibility (see
table A).
3
Press START.
Baked Potato
Auto Defrost
The Defrost Auto/Time
feature gives you two ways
to defrost frozen foods.
Press DEFROST
AUTO/TIME once for
Auto Defrost or twice for
Time Defrost.
Use Auto Defrost for meat,
poultry and fish. Use Time
Defrost for most other
frozen foods.
Auto Defrost automatically
sets the defrosting times
and power level to give
even defrosting results for
meats, poultry and fish
weighing up to six pounds.
• Remove meat from
package and place on
microwave-safe dish.
• After defrosting, most
meats need to stand
5 minutes to complete
defrosting. Large roasts
should stand for about
30 minutes.
1 Press DEFROST
AUTO/TIME once.
2 Using the Conversion
Guide at right, enter
food weight. For
example, press pads 1
and 2 for 1.2 pounds
(1 pound, 3 ounces/544 g).
3 Press START.
(Time Defrost is
explained in the Time
Features section.)
Conversion Guide
If the weight of food is stated in pounds and ounces, the
ounces must be converted to tenths (.1) of a pound.
Weight of Food Weight of Food Enter Food Weight
in Ounces in Grams (tenths of a pound)
1–2 28-56 .1
385 .2
4–5 113–142 .3
6–7 170–200 .4
8 225 .5
9–10 255–283 .6
11 312 .7
12–13 340–370 .8
14–15 400–425 .9
Auto Feature
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To remind you that you
have food in the oven, the
oven will beep five times.
Cooking Complete
Reminder
Press to enter the time of
day or to check the time of
day while microwaving.
1
Press CLOCK.
2
Press CLOCK to select
AM or PM.
3
Enter time of day.
4
Press CLOCK.
Clock
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Operating Instructions
Other Features
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In addition to starting
many functions,
START/PAUSE allows you
to stop cooking without
opening the door or
clearing the display.
Start/Pause
1
Press TIMER ON/OFF.
2
Enter time you want.
3
Press TIMER ON/OFF
to start.
When time is up, the oven
will signal and display
“OFF”. To turn off the
timer signal, press TIMER
ON/OFF.
NOTE:
The timer indicator
will be lit while the
timer is operating.
Timer On/Off
Operating Instructions
Other Features
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The vent fan removes
steam and other vapors
from surface cooking.
Press VENT FAN once for
high fan speed, twice for
low fan speed or a third
time to turn the fan off.
For models JVM1620 and
JVM1625 only:
Press VENT FAN once for
low fan speed and twice to
turn the fan off
Vent Fan
You may lock the control
panel to prevent the
microwave from being
accidentally started or used
by children.
To lock or unlock the
controls, press and hold
CLEAR/OFF for about
three seconds. When the
control panel is locked,
a lock symbol will be
displayed.
Child Lock-Out
Press SURFACE LIGHT to
turn the surface light on or
off.
Surface Light
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Arcing
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is
caused by:
• metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
• foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like
antennas).
• metal such as twist ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes.
• recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces.
Covering
Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce
cooking time. Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper
allows excess steam to escape.
Shielding
In a regular oven, you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to
prevent over-browning. When microwaving, you use small strips of
foil to shield thin parts, such as the tips of wings and legs on
poultry, which would cook before larger parts.
Standing Time
When you cook with regular ovens, foods such as roasts or cakes are
allowed to stand to finish cooking or to set. Standing time is
especially important in microwave cooking. Note that a microwaved
cake is not placed on a cooling rack.
Venting
After covering a dish with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap by
turning back one corner so excess steam can escape.
Term Definition
Helpful Information
Microwave Terms
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Open the over door a few
minutes after cooking to
air out the inside. An
occasional thorough
wiping with a solution of
baking soda and water
keeps the inside fresh.
NOTE: Be certain the power
is off before cleaning any
part of this oven.
Helpful Hints
Walls, Floor, Inside Window,
Metal and Plastic Parts on
the Door
Some spatters can be
removed with a paper
towel, others may require
a damp cloth. Remove
greasy spatters with a sudsy
cloth, then rinse with a
damp cloth. Do not use
abrasive cleaners or sharp
utensils on oven walls.
Never use a commercial
oven cleaner on any part
of your microwave.
Removable Turntable and
Turntable Support
To prevent breakage, do
not place the turntable
into water just after
cooking. Wash it carefully
in warm, sudsy water or in
the dishwasher. The
turntable and support can
be broken if dropped.
Remember, do not operate
the oven without the
turntable and support in
place.
How to Clean
the Inside
Helpful Information
Care and Cleaning
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Outer Case
Clean the outside of the
microwave with a sudsy
cloth. Rinse and then dry.
Wipe the window clean
with a damp cloth.
Control Panel and Door
Wipe with a damp cloth.
Dry thoroughly. Do not
use cleaning sprays, large
amounts of soap and
water, abrasives or sharp
objects on the panel – they
can damage it. Some paper
towels can also scratch the
control panel.
Door Surface
It’s important to keep the
area clean where the door
seals against the
microwave. Use only mild,
nonabrasive detergents
applied with a clean
sponge or soft cloth. Rinse
well.
Bottom
Clean off the grease and
dust on the bottom often.
Use a solution of warm
water and detergent.
How to Clean
the Outside
Do not use cleaners
containing ammonia or
alcohol on the microwave
oven. Ammonia or alcohol
can damage the
appearance of the
microwave.
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1
To replace the bulb(s),
first disconnect the
power at the main fuse
or circuit breaker panel
or pull the plug.
2
Remove the screw at the
front of the light cover
and lower the cover.
3
Be sure the bulb(s) to be
replaced are cool before
removing. After breaking
the adhesive seal,
remove the bulb by
gently turning.
4
Replace the screw.
Connect electrical power
to the oven.
Cooktop Lights
1
To replace the oven
light, first disconnect the
power at the main fuse
or circuit breaker panel
or pull the plug.
2
Remove the grille by
taking out the 2 screws
that hold it in place.
3
Next, remove the screw
located above the door
near the center of the
oven that secures the
light housing.
4
Replace the screw.
Connect electrical power
to the oven.
Oven Light
Helpful Information
Light Bulb Replacement
Replace the burned-out
bulb with a 40-watt
incandescent bulb
(WB36X10003), available
from your local parts
store.
Replace the burned-out
bulb with a 40-watt
incandescent bulb
(WB36X10003), available
from your local parts
store.
Remove screw
The Exhaust Feature
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The vent fan has 2 metal
reusable grease filters.
Models that recirculate air
back into the room also
use a charcoal filter.
The Vent Fan
The metal filters trap
grease released by foods
on the cooktop. They also
prevent flames from foods
on the cooktop from
damaging the inside of the
microwave.
For this reason, the filters
must ALWAYS be in place
when the hood is used.
The grease filters should
be cleaned once a month,
or as needed.
Reusable Grease
Filters
To remove, slide it to the
left/right using the tab.
Pull it down and out.
To clean the grease filter,
soak it and then swish it
around in hot water and
detergent. Don’t use
ammonia or ammonia
products because they will
darken the metal. Light
brushing can be used to
remove embedded dirt.
Rinse, shake and let it dry
before replacing.
To replace, slide the filter
in the frame slot on the
left/right of the opening.
Pull up and to the
left/right to lock into
place.
Removing and
Cleaning the Filter
Charcoal Filter
(on some models)
Reusable Grease Filters
(on all models)
If the model is not vented
to the outside, the air will
be recirculated through a
disposable charcoal filter
that helps remove smoke
and odors.
The charcoal filter should
be replaced when it is
noticeably dirty or
discolored (usually after
6 to 12 months, depending
on hood usage).
The charcoal filter
cannot be cleaned. It
must be replaced.
Charcoal Filter
(on some models)
When removing the
charcoal filter, disconnect
power at the main fuse or
circuit breaker panel or
pull the plug.
1
Remove the 2 retaining
screws from top air grille
and detach it from
microwave.
2
Gently pull back on the
lower bracket tabs and
lift the bottom portion
of filter upward to
release it from the filter
bracket and remove.
3
Follow steps listed in “To
Install Charcoal Filter” to
replace the charcoal
filter.
To Remove
Charcoal Filter
When installing the
charcoal filter, disconnect
power at the main fuse or
circuit breaker panel or
pull the plug.
1
Remove the 2 retaining
screws from top air grille
and detach it from
microwave.
2
Discard plastic wrapping
from new charcoal filter
and install upwards at a
45° angle.
3
Push filter inward until
secured beneath the top
center tabs of the filter
mounting bracket.
4
Lower the filter until the
bottom section is
secured in place with the
lower bracket tabs.
5
Replace the grille and
retaining screws.
To Install
Charcoal Filter
Helpful Information
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Charcoal Filter
Front Grill
Retaining Screws
Charcoal Filter
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Oven will not
start
Floor of the oven is
warm, even when
the oven has not
been used
“LOCKED” appears
on display
You hear an
unusual, low-tone
beep
Problem Possible Cause What to Do
A fuse in your home • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
may be blown or the
circuit breaker tripped.
Power surge. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug
it back in.
Plug not fully inserted • Make sure the 3-prong plug on the
into wall outlet. oven is fully inserted into wall outlet.
The cooktop light is • This is normal.
located below the oven
floor. When the light
is on, the heat it
produces may make the
oven floor get warm.
The control has been • Press and hold CLEAR/OFFfor about
locked. 3 seconds to unlock the control.
If Something Goes Wrong
Before You Call For Service
You have tried to start
• Start over and enter a valid time
the Reminder without
of
day.
a valid time of day.
You have tried to change
• Many of the oven’s features are preset
the
power level when it
and
cannot be changed.
is not allowed.
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• Steam or vapor escaping
from around the door.
• Light reflection around
door or outer case.
• Dimming oven light and
change in the blower
sound at power levels
other than high.
• Dull thumping sound
while oven is operating.
• TV-radio interference
might be noticed while
using the microwave.
Similar to the interference
caused by other small
appliances, it does not
indicate a problem with
the microwave. Plug the
microwave into a different
electrical circuit, move the
radio or TV as far away
from the microwave as
possible, or check the
position and signal of
the TV/radio antenna.
Things That
Are Normal
If Something Goes Wrong
GE MICROWAVE OVEN
WARRANTY
What Mabe Will Not Cover:
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an
authorized Customer Care
®
technician during normal working hours.
For service, call 1-800-561-3344.
Staple your receipt here. Proof of the
original purchase date is needed to
obtain service under the warranty.
For The Period Of: Mabe Will Replace:
One Year Any part
of the microwave oven which fails due to a defect in
From the date of the
materials or workmanship. During this
full one-year warranty,
original purchase
Mabe will also provide,
free of charge,
all labour and related
service costs to repair or replace the defective part.
■ Service trips to your home to teach you
how to use the product.
■ Improper installation.
■ Failure of the product if it is abused,
misused, or used for other than the
intended purpose or used commercially.
■ Replacement of house fuses or resetting
of circuit breakers
■ Damage to the product caused by
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
■ Incidental or consequential damage to
personal property caused by possible
defects with this appliance.
Read your Use & Care Material:
If you then have any questions about
operating the product, please contact your
dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the
address below, or call toll free:
Mabe Canada Inc.
1-800-561-3344
Consumer Information Service
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased
for use in Canada.
Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incendental or consequential damages, so
the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from province to province. To know what your legal rights
are in your province, consult your local or provincial consumer affairs office.
Warrantor: Mabe Canada Inc.
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write;
Consumer Relations Manager - Mabe Canada Inc.
1 Factory Lane, Suite 310, Moncton NB E1C 9M3
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In-Home Repair Service
1-800-561-3344
Expert Mabe repair service is only a phone call away.
Product Satisfaction
If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from Mabe, follow these
steps.
First,
contact the people who serviced your appliance.
Next,
if you are
still not pleased, write all the details– including your phone number–to:
Manager, Consumer Relations,
Mabe Canada Inc.,
Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane,
Moncton, NB E1C 9M3.
Service Telephone Numbers.
JVM1630
Printed in China 350A4502P682 JVM1635
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